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Mother, mommy, mum, master of all things…a mom can go by many names. Raven, my daughter, always calls me Momma and my heart sings when I hear it. My sweet mom is not with me any longer, but our three generations are linked by one simple thing – a mother’s love. Designer, Jeff Maurer, pays homage to mothers across the world with this heart-melting wallpaper featuring a Disney mom and her sweet little feather-carrying calf. Hope you enjoy this Mother’s Day honoring or being honored for the simple act of love. Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. Want to check out other designs? Visit our complete gallery of wallpapers here. View the full article

“Happily Ever After,” the new Walt Disney World fireworks show, made a bombastic debut at Magic Kingdom theme park on Friday. Disney promised the production, which replaced the long-running “Wishes,” would have more pyro, projections and lighting effects, and it delivered. The show was well-received... View the full article

Out with the old and in with the new as “Wishes” is now just a memory and Walt Disney World began its new “Happily Ever After” nighttime show in front of Cinderella Castle on Friday night. Disney live streamed the event starting at 8:55 p.m. on its YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCteM1wqHCE ... View the full article

Walt Disney World debuted its new evening fireworks and castle projection extravaganza “Happily Ever After” at the Magic Kingdom on May 12. View the full article

As you may have just heard during our #DisneyParksLIVE coverage of the debut of “Happily Ever After,” we’re celebrating opening night by offering readers a chance to be one of 100 winners to receive an exclusive Disney Parks Blog poster. You can enter now to win one poster featuring the nighttime spectacular show at Magic Kingdom Park. The show inspires guests to seek out and find their own “Happily Ever After” by showcasing some of the greatest adventures Disney characters have taken to achieve their dreams. It features the latest fireworks and pyrotechnics and original animation, plus a heart-tugging original score. You can enter for a chance to win one poster here and follow the entry instructions to complete an official entry form. Your entry must state your valid email address and full name. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Sweepstakes starts 5/12/17 at 9:01 p.m. ET and ends 2/16/17 at 10:01 p.m. ET. Open only to persons who, upon entering, are not deemed minors in their jurisdiction of primary residence and are legal residents of, and physically located within, the 50 U.S. or D.C. Limit 1 entry per person/per email address. For complete details, including full eligibility requirements, odds of winning and limitations, see Official Rules. Void where prohibited by law. View the full article

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In just a few minutes, “Happily Ever After” presented by Pandora Jewelry will officially become the third nighttime fireworks spectacular to ever blast off at Magic Kingdom Park. Our #DisneyParksLIVE stream of the show’s debut will begin at 8:55 p.m. ET. Be sure to join a few minutes early, as we’re kicking off the broadcast with a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of this amazing spectacular. Tell us in the “Comments” section below where you’re watching from, who you’re watching with – and what you think of the new nighttime spectacular! You just may get a shout out during the broadcast. See the posts below for more on ‘Happily Ever After’: #DisneyParksLIVE Will Stream ‘Happily Ever After’ Debut May 12 at 8:55 p.m. ET Creators Ready ‘Happily Ever After’ for May 12 Debut at Magic Kingdom Park Singers Jordan Fisher & Angie Keilhauer Share Their ‘Dream’ Recording The ‘Happily Ever After’ Theme Song Inside the ‘Happily Ever After’ Score Recording Session ‘Happily Ever After’ To Feature The Most Advanced Projection Mapping Tech Yet Behind the Scenes: Animators Give a Sneak Peek at ‘Happily Ever After’ Take A Behind-the-Scenes Look At The Making Of ‘Happily Ever After’ First Listen: Sneak a Peek at Our ‘Happily Ever After’ Theme Song View the full article

Twenty-five years ago, the Rivers of America at Disneyland park became the stage for the colorful tableau of Mickey Mouse’s imagination with the opening of the classic nighttime spectacular, “Fantasmic!” When it returns to Disneyland park this summer, “Fantasmic!” will still be the treasured Disneyland park experience guests have loved for 25 years – complete with its original fanfare and theme song – but all taken to brilliant new heights! Upon its return, “Fantasmic!” will feature new magic, including new mist screens that will combine with innovative, state-of-the-art projection technology for brighter and more vibrant visuals than ever before. The show will also feature new scenes inspired by Disney animated classics such as “Aladdin”; one of the dazzling new scenes finds Aladdin and Jasmine floating over a bed of fog on their flying carpet during “A Whole New World.” We’ll have more to share on this returning classic soon – including an opening date – so keep an eye on the Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Something strange has been happening on our Disneyland Resort social channels, and you may have even seen it on your television. Secret transmissions seem to indicate that something is up at the new Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! opening May 27 at Disney California Adventure park. See if you can figure it out … Answer the call and help the Guardians bust out this summer at Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! View the full article

Enjoying the magic of Disneyland Resort is a family affair, and not just for our guests. With Mother’s Day right around the corner – and Father’s Day not far behind – we wanted to introduce a few of the cast members who have pixie dust sprinkled throughout their family tree. “Ever since my children were small, Disneyland was a place to have family time and make lasting memories. That is when I decided that I wanted to work for a place that created so much magic. This attitude trickled down to both of my sons, who remember our time here and also wanted to help create memories for other families. In fact, my sister works here, too, as does her husband and their son! We all enjoy not only working here but still coming as a family and continuing to create memories.” – Jessica Torres (Currency Operations); her son, Fernando Torres (Carnation Café); her sister, Mara Vidaurri (Tomorrowland Stores); Mara’s husband, Federico Vidaurri (Night Custodial); and their son, Alejandro Vidaurri (Candy Maker). “My Disney career started when I was 20 years old, dancing in a show called ‘One Man’s Dream’ for Tokyo Disneyland. After I returned from Tokyo, ‘One Man’s Dream’ opened at Disneyland park, and that was the gateway for my performing in several stage shows at the resort. While performing in shows, I had an opportunity to assist choreographing ‘Mickey’s Nutcracker’ and that led to my position as a choreographer for the company for 23 years now – a dream job. Of all the many shows and events I have been a part of, I truly enjoy choreographing parades. I love working with the parade performers – they are some of the most dedicated, talented, hard working dancers I have ever worked with. I also love watching the reaction of guests and helping to create a memorable experience for them. My most recent project was the reopening of the Main Street Electrical Parade this past January and I was honored to be a part of recreating that Disney legacy. Now, I have the pleasure of watching my 19-year-old daughter dance in this parade and be part of Disney history!” – Tracy Halas (Choreographer) and daughter Justine Halas (Parade Performer) “My Dad, Jimmy, has worked in Entertainment around the resort for many years, and I got the pleasure to join him in February 2016. Working alongside him as a dresser for parades has taught us both about the hard work that goes into each role. His reputation precedes him, as many fellow dressers and performers gush about his humor and kindness when they find out he is my dad. I love being able to share magic moments with him as we tell each other stories of our days at work.” – Millie Graham (Entertainment Costuming) with dad Jimmy Graham (Entertainment) View the full article

Calling all Rebel spies: Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain is now open at Disneyland Paris! After a briefing by the famous Admiral Ackbar, you can travel on an epic adventure across the galaxy to the planet Jakku in the name of the Rebel Alliance. Experience all the thrills of intense speed to the soundtrack from the legendary saga – and be sure to keep an eye out for TIE fighters and an intimidating Star Destroyer. With this newest transformation, there are more ways than ever before to step into the Star Wars galaxy. In March as part of our 25th Anniversary celebration, we opened the highly anticipated Star Tours: The Adventures Continue with new destinations, a new pilot, new characters and new 3D technology. The formidable Darth Vader made his presence known in a new dedicated area near the attraction as well. You can also catch a glimpse of the Star Wars saga in our new Disney Illuminations nighttime spectacular, which combines cutting-edge technology and special effects to transform Sleeping Beauty Castle into a land of dreams. Don’t forget to fit in a viewing of the brand new Disney Stars on Parade and the new stage show, Mickey Presents “Happy Anniversary Disneyland Paris.” There’s so much to do and see as the resort gets the sparkle treatment for its anniversary celebration! Let us know in the comments below what you’re most excited to see during your next visit to Disneyland Paris. View the full article

Out with the old and in with the new as “Wishes” is now just a memory and Walt Disney World begins its new “Happily Ever After” nighttime show in front of Cinderella Castle starting tonight. Disney will live stream the event starting at 8:55 p.m. on its YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCteM1wqHCE ... View the full article

UPDATE: This event has filled to capacity. Please keep your eye on the Disney Parks Blog for future opportunities. As we shared earlier, the Disney Parks Blog is hosting a special advanced screening of “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” at Walt Disney World Resort too. On May 21, 2017, you have the opportunity to see a special showing of “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” at Disney Springs in Florida. The advanced screening begins at 11 a.m. ET (doors open at 10 a.m.) at AMC Disney Springs 24 at Walt Disney World Resort on Sunday, May 21, 2017. At the event, you’ll see one of the first showings of “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” at this theater. You’re also invited to come dressed in your finest pirate attire. “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” is a rip-roaring adventure that finds down-on-his-luck Captain Jack feeling the winds of ill-fortune blowing strongly his way when deadly ghost sailors, led by the terrifying Captain Salazar (Javier Bardem), escape from the Devil’s Triangle bent on killing every pirate at sea—notably Jack. Jack’s only hope of survival lies in the legendary Trident of Poseidon, but to find it he must forge an uneasy alliance with Carina Smyth (Kaya Scodelario), a brilliant and beautiful astronomer, and Henry (Brenton Thwaites), a headstrong young sailor in the Royal Navy. At the helm of the Dying Gull, his pitifully small and shabby ship, Captain Jack seeks not only to reverse his recent spate of ill fortune, but to save his very life from the most formidable and malicious foe he has ever faced. RSVP for the May 21 event now by clicking here. Only one guest is permitted. A limited number of attendees may attend the meet-up, so be one of the first to sign up. Also, here are a few things you should know: We encourage Guests to come in costume. Costumes must follow the costume policy below. All attendees who sign up for the meet-up must be 18 years or older, but guests do not need to be 18 or older. “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” is rated PG-13 and will be presented in RealD 3D. Limit one guest per registrant. We will send an email to individuals whose valid RSVPs are received by us before we reach the planned capacity to confirm their attendance for the meet-up. If confirmed, it will be necessary for the registrant and guest to check in across from AMC Disney Springs 24 West Side for access to the event. The confirmation will include those details. Valid photo I.D. will be required at check-in. Meet-up confirmations are non-transferrable and have no cash value. Confirmation will be for the accepted registered person and guest. If you do not receive an email from us confirming your reservation, then your RSVP was not accepted. The meet-up is subject to change or cancellation without notice. This post will be updated after capacity has been reached. Here is the event costume policy: Face paint or masks of any kind may not be worn. Costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials that may accidentally strike another Guest. Any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or attire that could detract from the experience of other Guests may be denied admission or removed from the event. All Guests may dress as their favorite character, but may not pose for pictures or sign autographs for other Guests. Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent. Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into, and/or removed from the event, unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards. And here is other important information to know: Please arrive early. Seating is first come first seated. No one will be admitted late. The screening may be overbooked and seating is not guaranteed. Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures (WDSMP), its affiliates and the theatre are not responsible for overbooking. We may refuse, revoke or limit admission in our sole discretion at any time. REMEMBER: NO USE OF RECORDING DEVICES OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION MOBILE DEVICES, CAMERAS, LAPTOPS, IPADS, ETC.) PERMITTED DURING THE FILM! View the full article

For today’s DFB Video we are heading to Disney’s Animal Kingdom again! We know that everyone will be hitting up this park to see Pandora, so we wanted to be sure you had a few other suggestions of must-eats while you’re in Animal Kingdom! French Fries with Pulled Pork and Cheese I am a huge fan of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The theming is incredible, right down to the cracked pavement and crumbling walls that you find throughout each land. And there’s so much happening here right now. Pandora — The World of Avatar is set to open in just a few short weeks, and there’s always the Rivers of Light show. But if you’re visiting this exotic corner of the ‘World, you’re gonna need to eat. And we share our must-have tries, like Jungle Juice Slush, Pulled Pork and Cheese Fries, and more! By the way, have you subscribed? If not, there’s never been a better time! Subscribe to the DFB YouTube Channel, and you’ll never miss all the fun, as we bring you an insider’s view to all of the delicious Disney treats and eats! But now, I really want to hear from you! What are your favorite foods at Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Tell us about it in comments below! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: New DFB Video: Jungle Juice Slushy at Disney’s Animal Kingdom New DFB Video: Eight Spoon Cafe in Disney’s Animal Kingdom News: Full Menu for Pongu Pongu, and DFB’s “Eat This, Not That” Video for Animal Kingdom’s Pandora! View the full article

Yesterday, lucky Disney Parks Blog readers seized on the chance to attend the premiere of “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” – and we were overwhelmed by the excited response from all of you “Pirates” fans out there. And today, I have another special treat for you. On Wednesday, May 17, we will host a special advanced screening of “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” at AMC Downtown Disney 12 at the Disneyland Resort. That’s even before the premiere itself! And if you’re on the East Coast, we’ve got you covered – stay tuned to Disney Parks Blog later today for the chance to attend a special advanced screening at Walt Disney World Resort. Come dressed to impress in your finest pirate attire! But leave the pistols and swords aboard yer ship, me hearties. This epic tale finds a down-on-his-luck Captain Jack feeling the winds of ill-fortune blowing strongly his way when deadly ghost sailors, led by the terrifying Captain Salazar (Javier Bardem), escape from the Devil’s Triangle bent on killing every pirate at sea—notably Jack. Jack’s only hope of survival lies in the legendary Trident of Poseidon, but to find it he must forge an uneasy alliance with Carina Smyth (Kaya Scodelario), a brilliant and beautiful astronomer, and Henry (Brenton Thwaites), a headstrong young sailor in the Royal Navy. At the helm of the Dying Gull, his pitifully small and shabby ship, Captain Jack seeks not only to reverse his recent spate of ill fortune, but also to save his very life from the most formidable and malicious foe he has ever faced. Can’t make it to the special advanced screening? Then be sure to catch “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” in theaters in 3D on May 26. Join us the evening of Wednesday, May 17! Space for the event is limited and you must sign up here. Please remember the following: All participants who sign up for the event must be 18 years or older, but guests of the participants may be younger than 18. Limit one guest per registrant. Event confirmations are non-transferrable and have no cash value. Confirmation will be for the accepted registered person plus one guest. Valid photo I.D. will be required at check-in. Space is limited to 250 registrants. Registrations will be accepted based on eligibility and capacity. Participants will be responsible for any parking fees. “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” is rated PG-13 and will be presented in RealD 3D. Please arrive early. Seating is first come, first seated. No one will be admitted late. The screening may be overbooked and seating is not guaranteed. Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures (WDSMP), the Disneyland Resort, their affiliates and the theatre are not responsible for overbooking. We may refuse, revoke or limit admission in our sole discretion at any time. This is a pre-release screening of the movie. Captioning, descriptive video and assistive listening devices will not be available. NO RECORDING. The screening will be monitored for unauthorized recording. By attending, you agree not to bring any video or audio recording devices (including, without limitation, cameras and phones) into the venue and you consent to a physical search of your belongings and person for recording devices. If you attempt to enter with a recording device, you will be denied admission. If you attempt to use a recording device during this screening, you consent to your immediate removal from the venue and forfeiture of your recording device and its contents. Any attempted unauthorized recording will be reported to law enforcement and may subject you to criminal and civil liability. We reserve the right to pursue any and all available remedies at law and in equity for any unauthorized recording and/or copyright infringement, including without limitation statutory damages of up to $150,000 per violation, and nothing contained in this notice shall be construed to limit our available remedies and/or legal recourse. You assume all risks of personal injury arising from or incidental to attending the screening, whether occurring prior to, during, or after the event. Further, by attending you grant permission to WDSMP, its licensees, licensors, affiliates and agents, to record and utilize your name, voice and likeness to publicize the screening and promote the movie. I will give an update at the top of this post when capacity has been reached. Please note the event is subject to change or cancellation without notice. Costume Guidelines While we encourage creativity, we also value safety and good judgment. Please take a moment to read over our latest rules and regulations: General All Guests may dress as their favorite character, but may not pose for pictures or sign autographs for other guests. Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent. Costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials that may accidentally strike another guest. Layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body are strongly discouraged and may be subject to additional security screening. Costumes may not reach or drag on the ground. (e.g. full-length princess dresses). For Guests Ages 13 and Under Costumes and some masks may be worn, as long as the mask does not cover the entire face and eyes are visible. For Guests Ages 14 and Older Capes may be worn if the length does not go below the waist. Themed T-shirts, blouses, sweatshirts and hats are acceptable. Acceptable accessories include: transparent wings, plastic light sabers, toy swords and tutus. Headwear may be worn as long as it does not cover the face. Masks of any kind may not be worn. Costumes may not be worn if entering any Disneyland Resort Theme Park. Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into, and/or removed from, the event, unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards. Please note: all rules and regulations are subject to change without notice. View the full article

While a certain mouse can be credited with much of the success of the Disney empire, an item up for auction next month can take a certain amount of credit as far as Disney theme parks go. Walt Disney was already successful with animation when he went about trying to create Disneyland, and an artist's... View the full article

While a certain mouse can be credited with much of the success of the Disney empire, an item up for auction next month can take a certain amount of credit as far at Disney theme parks go. Walt Disney was already successful with animation when he went about trying to create Disneyland, and an artist's... View the full article

A rare Disneyland map, co-created in 1953 by Walt Disney in order to secure necessary financing and personally used by him to develop Disneyland, has been re-discovered and will be auctioned at Van Eaton Galleries in Sherman Oaks, Ca. View the full article

Climb aboard, explorers! Nemo & Friends SeaRider is now open for adventure in Port Discovery at Tokyo DisneySea. Journey into the Marine Life Institute and dive into the big blue world of “Finding Nemo” and “Finding Dory” for a chance to meet some of your favorite Disney•Pixar characters from the popular films. Catch a glimpse of Hank the “septopus” (that’s a seven-legged octopus, of course!) among the beautiful underwater scenery, and put your whalespeak to use when you swim past Destiny the whale shark and Bailey the beluga whale. Plus, you can spot new friends from “Finding Dory” now at Turtle Talk, so don’t forget to stop by for a totally awesome conversation with Crush the sea turtle. At Tokyo Disney Resort, Nemo & Friends SeaRider is just the latest addition to look forward to. Starting July 11, join in on the swashbuckling fun during “Disney Pirates Summer,” a new event inspired by the Pirates of the Caribbean films. Steps away at Tokyo Disneyland, the colorful Disney Natsu Matsuri summer festival returns and Tokyo Disneyland Electrical Parade Dreamlights makes a sparkling entrance with beautiful new floats. Keep checking back for more updates from Tokyo Disney Resort right here on the Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Each month I will be sketching from the field or Plein Air, as it’s called in the art world, from a new, inspiring location in our Disney Parks and then sharing my sketches and experiences here on the blog each time. Today, I continue my “Sketches from the Park” series as I started off this early morning with a watercolor sketch session from Adventureland at Magic Kingdom Park. I have loved Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room since I was young. So, naturally, I sat down across from the majestic grass hut right away and started to block in my sketch with my ink pen. There is nothing like Adventureland in the morning – one of my favorite places to be. As the sun started to strike the top of the roof, I started to lay in some watercolor. I was just trying to capture a little of the feeling and colors of my early morning here in Adventureland. Next, it was over to the Tiki statues for one more quick sketch before I headed off to start my day. I hope you enjoy the art and keep your eye on the Disney Parks Blog for my next sketch from a new location next time in our “Sketches from the Park” series. And be sure to check out last month’s sketch I did from World Showcase at Epcot. See ya next time! View the full article

One of the best things about my job here at Walt Disney World Resort is connecting with people who help make Central Florida an even more magical place. But many of them aren’t leaders of business, government or even nonprofits – they’re our community’s young people! And each year, we honor their hard work and heart by recognizing them as Disney Dreamers and Doers. Each spring, we ask elementary, middle and high school principals to select one student who not only dreams of a better home, school and community, but works hard to make it a reality. As our team learned about these students and their work, we were inspired, touched and yes, happy tears were shed! Especially when we read stories like these: When she was just a kindergartner, Olivia began donating her hair to an organization that makes wigs for children with cancer. Though some kids made fun of her cropped hair, others were inspired to cut and donate their own – just as Olivia has done. (Five times and counting!) “Donating my hair is a great way to help other kids,” said Olivia, “And it makes me feel very proud.” Like his friends, family and neighbors, Brock was shocked and saddened by news of the Pulse tragedy in Orlando last summer. To help his community heal, he and his family decided to honor each of the 49 victims with one act of kindness. He picked up trash in parks, baked cookies for first responders, worked in food banks and collected donations for homeless families and senior citizens. “I expected to work hard and help people,” said Brock. “But what I didn’t expect was how much fun I would have with my family. And how I felt incredible helping others.” From among this year’s class of 375 Dreamers and Doers, 15 students (three per county) are honored as Shining Stars. They receive some special mementos and, along with their immediate family members, will soon get an extra special treat. On June 10, these Shining Stars will be among the first voyagers to experience Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park. We salute the 2017 Class of Disney Dreamers and Doers and Shining Stars for putting actions behind their dreams to make their world – and ours – better for everyone! View the full article

A delicious new Peanut Butter Cup gourmet apple begins May 1 at Disneyland Resort. A tart Granny Smith apple is covered in creamy caramel before being enrobed in sweet milk chocolate and adorned with peanut butter cups. The Peanut Butter Cup apple is finished with of smooth peanut butter and milk chocolate. Find it throughout the month of May at Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure park, Candy Palace and Hunny Spot in Disneyland park and Marceline’s Confectionary in the Downtown Disney District. A new cupcake is now available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – a chocolate cupcake with cookies and cream buttercream is topped with everyone’s favorite Guardians of the Galaxy character, Groot. Find it at Trolley Car Café, ABC Commissary, Backlot Express, and Rosie’s All-American Café. Look for new cupcakes available throughout Magic Kingdom Park! At Prince Eric’s Village Market life is the bubbles with a vibrant cupcake topped with a fish, Friar’s Nook features a cupcake with pink buttercream topped with a crown, and the cupcake at Gaston’s Tavern is inspired by Belle’s dress—yellow topped with an edible red rose. While at Gaston’s Tavern, you might spot some new macarons. Choose your favorite flavors in the “Tavern Trio of Macarons.” Whether you choose Pistachio, Raspberry and Lemon or Chocolate, Vanilla and Coffee, you can’t go wrong! While you’re in Magic Kingdom Park, be sure to try the new Mickey-shaped cinnamon roll at Main Street Bakery, it’s swell! Adults can enjoy a new bourbon-chocolate milkshake coming to Trilo-Bites in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park. Garnished with candied bacon, this is a treat you won’t want to miss. Don’t worry, they have delicious chocolate milkshakes for guests under 21 years of age. At Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs, you’ll find a new Petite Spring Time Cake with vanilla chiffon cake, dulcey champagne mousse, strawberry jam, strawberry pate de fruit, feuilletine crunch, tuille garnish. Speaking of cake, the popular Amorette’s Cake Decorating Experience has been extended through August 15, and beginning on May 14, the experience will be offered 3 times per week. In a special 90-minute cake decorating experience, you’ll decorate your own Mickey Cake while a pastry artist shares insider stories and tips. Cost is $129 plus tax for 2 guests decorating one cake. Reservations can be made by visiting DisneyWorld.com/dining or by calling 407-WDW-DINE. A new treat perfect for summertime has arrived at Geyser Point Bar & Grill at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Northwest Berry Whip is equally refreshing and sweet, and perfect to enjoy while taking in the gorgeous views of Bay Lake. Find it at the walk-up quick-service window at the location. View the full article

Mom is the BEST. She does all the things. Cooking and cleaning. Running and waiting. Kissing away ouchies and cheering you on at that soccer game. And you totally forgot to get her something for Mother’s Day, didn’t you? ;-D For all the hats she wears and for the hundreds of ways everyday that she makes life better, we’re honoring all the moms this weekend with the DFB Mother’s Day Sale! For this weekend only, you can take 40% off of ALL DFB Guide E-Book Bundles! That’s 40% off of the already incredible savings that our Bundles represent. Just use promo code MICKEYMOM when you purchase any DFB Guide E-Book Bundle, then forward the books on to Mom so she can start planning her super fun Disney vacation! Want to know a little more about our DFB Guide E-Book Bundles? Read on for all of the details! The DFB Everything Bundle — For An Additional 40% OFF the Already Low Bundled Price! Once again, as a big THANKS to our loyal readers and their awesome MOMS, we’re offering a special deal for Mother’s Day. And since everyone wants EVERYTHING…that’s what we’re giving you! Today, you can purchase the DFB Everything Bundle for 40% off the already low bundle price! It’s a $100 value for just $36! Enter code MICKEYMOM at check-out for the deal What does the Everything Bundle include? The name says it all — Everything! When you purchase the DFB Everything Bundle, you get all of the following DFB Guides: 2017 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, Second Edition, updated for a second time in 2017 with all of the very latest info on Disney World food The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks A Pre-Order of the 2017 DFB Guide to the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, and the 2016 Edition for FREE as an immediate download A Pre-Order of the 2017 DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays, and the 2016 Edition for FREE as an immediate download DFB Dining Adventures That’s every single book in our collection of critically-acclaimed DFB Guides. And with these handy, e-book format guides at your fingertips, there’s nothing that you won’t know about food at Walt Disney World! DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Sample Page To take advantage of this amazing deal, just enter Promo Code MICKEYMOM at checkout! The DFB Guide & Snacks Bundle But we’re also bringing you great savings on our most popular combination of DFB Guides, the DFB Guide & Snacks Bundle. Just like the DFB Everything Bundle, our DFB Guide + Snacks Bundle already offers incredible savings — 40% off the cover price of the individual books. But in in honor of Mom’s Day and moms everywhere, we’re taking an additional 40% off of this Bundle as well! Just use promo code MICKEYMOM at checkout, and the discount is yours. Our DFB Guide & Snacks Bundle includes all of the following: 2017 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, Second Edition, updated for a second time in 2017 with all of the very latest info on Disney World food The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks With this Bundle of e-books you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips to plan the best Disney World vacation ever. And with our handy e-book format, you can download the Guides to all of your electronic devices and take them with you wherever you go! Save An Additional 40% Off ALL Our Great DFB Bundles! If you love Disney Food and you love to save money, then be sure to check out our full family of DFB Guide Bundles. We have something for everyone! DFB Snack Guide Bundle: Just looking for the deep dive into all the Disney Park Snacks? Then the DFB Snack Guide Bundle is the one for you. It includes our three super popular mini-guides — the DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks; the DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks; and the DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks! DFB Food and Wine Festival Bundle: Is the Epcot Food and Wine Festival your scene? Then you’re going to love our DFB Food and Wine Bundle, featuring our DFB Guide and a pre-order of the 2017 DFB Guide to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival — with the 2016 Food and Wine Festival Guide for FREE as an immediate download! 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If one snack has become associated indelibly with Disney Parks on both the east and west coasts, it’s the Mickey Pretzel. I mean, it’s Mickey-shaped, it’s portable, it’s pretzel. (And now it comes with cheese sauce just about everywhere — so yum!) But let’s be real: If you want an authentic pretzel experience, where the texture, color, and flavor combine for pretzel perfection, you gotta head over to the Germany Pavilion in World Showcase. Sommerfest in the Germany Pavilion Outside View It’s in this Bavarian-inspired palace that you’ll find the king of all portable snacks: the Jumbo Pretzel. Sommerfest Jumbo Pretzel Thankfully, it’s available at beer carts in Germany, so these snacktime BFFs can keep each other company. Don’t you think beer and a Jumbo Pretzel sound like they’re made for each other? Jumbo Pretzel Menu in Germany See? They even look cozy on the sign. In case you’re already in line for a Bratwurst or a Frankfurter over at Sommerfest, the Jumbo Pretzel is there, too. Sommerfest Menu Pick up a Nudel Gratin for us, wouldja? But, okay. Let’s get to the nitty gritty. In the past, Germany had some great Authentic German Pretzels — and they were so good, we grabbed the recipe so we could make them at home. We are happy to report that the Jumbo Pretzel is just as awesome — but, um, JUMBO sized! Sommerfest Jumbo Pretzel That’s not a snack-sized plate, folks. It’s a regular-sized entree plate, and it’s unable to contain all of that German-y pretzelness. Such an impressive and conspicuous snack. In fact, we were stopped multiple times whilst walking around with the Jumbo Pretzel by people who were a) dazzled by its size and b) suddenly very hungry for German-made carbohydrates. Sommerfest Jumbo Pretzel Of course, details matter, and this twisted dough features all of the prerequisites of a good pretzel. It’s got gorgeous color contrast between that deep brown exterior and the pale interior. Jumbo Pretzel Close Up It reveals that dense interior through burst seams and is happily home to large salt crystals that enhance the flavor of the dough. Jumbo Pretzel Close Up The texture is spot-on — dense and slightly chewy and tear-able. Jumbo Pretzel Cross Section Of course, a pretzel must have a dark and tap-able exterior, and that’s all good here too. It’s like all shades of brown in a continuum of oven-baked joy. Jumbo Pretzel And in case you need a little mustard with your Jumbo Pretzel, there’s Gulden’s Spicy Brown Mustard to grab as well. Jumbo Pretzel Mustard We wish we could tell you that the price isn’t jumbo on this one… but it kind of is. You can get your Jumbo Pretzel at beer carts for $10 and at Sommerfest for $9.39. So that might feel a little rich. But this thing is massive — it’s definitely share-able or (if you are averse to sharing) big enough for a (admittedly carb-loaded) meal. And the quality of the Jumbo Pretzel will not disappoint. Wanna know all about snacks in the World? Consider this amaze offer! Don’t Miss Out on the ALL the Best Snacks Walt Disney World Has to Offer! Get four awesome e-Books bundled for 30% off the already discounted price! Limited time only… Our DFB Guide & Snacks Bundle offers: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World® Dining 2017 Second Edition, PLUS The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks, The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks, The DFB Guide to Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom Snacks All four are being sold together — for 30% off the already hugely discounted bundle price. Use code BUNDLE17 at check out to get the discount. Our Snack Guides vibrantly display and review hundreds of Disney World snacks (!!), including classic favorites and some of our favorite under-the-radar treats and eats in the parks. Get your DFB Guide & Snacks Bundle — including the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2017 Second Edition, the DFB Guide to Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom Snacks, the DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks, and the DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks — for 25% off here. Find out more about the DFB Guide & Snack Bundle here! And with our 100% money-back guarantee, what do you have to lose? Just looking for all the Snacks in Epcot? Then check out our DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks, newly updated for your 2017-18 trip! With over 400 Epcot snacks, and over 60 NEW snacks, you’ll always be in the know! And for a limited time only, we are offering the Guide for 25% off! To secure the discount, use code EPCOT17 at check-out. What’s your go-to Epcot snack? Let us know in the comments! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Review: Sommerfest in Epcot’s Germany Pavilion Snack Series: Jalapeno Cheese Pretzel Review and Some Pretzel Updates Review: New Sommerfest Menu Items at Epcot’s Germany Pavilion View the full article

Tonight’s “Disney Parks After Dark” image was shot during sunset at the Imagination Pavilion at Epcot. Here you can spy the Journey into Imagination with Figment attraction, in which Figment helps guests of all ages explore the limitless power of their imagination. Here, guests can explore Dr. Nigel Channing’s sensory labs to learn how our senses and imagination work together. Be on the lookout for the lovable Figment, who sabotages several of the doctor’s demonstrations. After experiencing the attraction, guests can also explore ImageWorks, the pavilion’s interactive play area. View the full article